“I Have So Much Love to Give” – Susan Boyle Opens Up About Her Deep Desire to Adopt
International singing sensation Susan Boyle, who stole hearts around the globe with her breathtaking voice, is now ready to open her heart in a whole new way — by becoming a mother.
The 53-year-old Britain’s Got Talent star has revealed her heartfelt wish to adopt or foster a child, hoping to offer an underprivileged child the love, care, and opportunities she never had growing up. While she’s currently awaiting feedback from social services, Susan is optimistic and determined to pursue fostering as her first step.
“I have so much love to give,” Susan shared in a candid and emotional interview. “I want to adopt a child who doesn’t have much — someone I can truly give something meaningful to. It’s a way for me to give back.”
Though she was unable to have children of her own, Susan has always surrounded herself with the joy of family. She adores her nieces, nephews, and friends’ grandchildren — and the idea of motherhood has been quietly growing in her heart for years.
“I’ve been thinking about this for a long time,” she admitted. “I love children, I always have. I couldn’t have them myself, but I’d love to give a youngster what I never had — a real chance at happiness.”
Despite facing skepticism from some due to her age and single status, Susan remains hopeful and unshaken.
“People laugh when I talk about it. They think I’m joking — a 50-something single woman talking about adoption. But I’m serious. Let’s see what happens.”
Susan’s desire to adopt is deeply personal. She has seen firsthand the powerful impact of fostering through a relative in her hometown of Blackburn, West Lothian. While she admires the selflessness of fostering, the thought of saying goodbye to a child she’s cared for breaks her heart.
“Fostering is incredible — it changes lives. But having to give them back… that would be so hard. Adoption means they’re yours, and you don’t have to let go. That’s what I long for.”
The singer, who was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome later in life, also opened up about the challenges she’s faced in navigating fame while managing her mental health. Speaking from the American leg of her first world tour, Susan reflected on how far she’s come.
“It’s not easy,” she confessed. “The music industry can be tough when you have Asperger’s. Everything changes so fast — one moment you’re at home with your cat, and the next, you’re on stage in front of thousands. But I’m learning to cope.”
After stepping away from medication, Susan has turned to therapy and breathing exercises to help manage stress and anxiety. It’s been a difficult journey, but one she’s proud of.
“There’s still stigma out there. People don’t understand mental health the way they should. But I’m doing my best, and I’m getting stronger every day.”
Now, as she continues to perform around the world, Susan dreams not just of standing on stage — but of standing by a child who needs her love the most.
Susan Boyle Plans to Give Back Through Adoption and Teaching, As She Prepares to Step Back from the Spotlight
As she opens her heart to the possibility of adoption, Susan Boyle is also planning another powerful way to give back — by using her own life experiences to inspire and uplift others.
The beloved singer, whose rise to fame touched millions, has revealed her hopes to step away from the spotlight gradually and pursue a new calling: teaching drama to individuals with special needs.
“I’ll never fully walk away from singing — it’s been my dream, and I still love it with all my heart,” Susan shared. “But I do want to semi-retire and focus on something that’s just as meaningful to me. I’d love to train as a drama teacher and help people with special needs find their voice and confidence through performance.”
Her passion to serve goes beyond the stage. Susan also dreams of making a tangible difference in her community by creating opportunities for young people to channel their energy and creativity into something positive.
“I want to give back,” she said with conviction. “I want to help get young people off the streets and into doing something worthwhile. Nothing would make me happier than seeing them thrive.”
In the midst of these heartfelt plans, Susan is still continuing her musical journey — with the release of her sixth studio album, Hope, just around the corner. The album’s title, fittingly, reflects not just the music, but the message she’s carrying into this new chapter of her life.